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Naoto
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Living in Osaka, Japan

🌸 I will help you speak natural Japanese with engaging lessons in English! 🇯🇵 Hello! I'm Naoto 😊 I'm a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter and a Japanese tutor from Japan. Are you planning a trip to Japan? Would you like to speak naturally with Japanese people? Or do you want to understand more of the Japanese you hear in anime and dramas? I'd love to help you achieve those goals! 🌸 I'm a native Japanese speaker from the Kansai region, and I can teach both Standard Japanese and Kansai dialect. I studied abroad in Canada and New Zealand and earned Eiken Grade 1, a TOEIC score of 925, and a Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in TEFL. Since I can explain Japanese in English, beginners are always welcome. I currently teach English to Japanese junior high and high school students, so I'm very comfortable teaching languages online. As a licensed guide, I also introduce Japanese culture, history, customs, and travel tips to visitors from around the world. Lessons I offer ✓ Beginner Japanese (JLPT N5–N4) ✓ Conversation practice ✓ Japanese for travel ✓ Pronunciation practice ✓ Japanese culture and history ✓ Kansai dialect We can use Genki, Irodori, or my original materials, depending on your goals. I'm also learning Chinese and Korean, so I understand the challenges and joys of learning a new language. Don't worry about making mistakes. Let's enjoy learning Japanese together! I look forward to meeting you in a Trial Lesson! 😊
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  • Articles and news
  • Quizzes
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Trial Lesson
7 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
🗣 Informal Conversation | Natural Japanese for Everyday Life
A2-C2
Conversation
9 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
5% off
🌱 Beginner Japanese Grammar (N5–N4) | Build a Strong Foundation for Real Communication!
A1-B1
Language Essentials
23 lessons completed
USD 13.00+
8% off
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Student Eric
Eric
18 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
Naoto先生 is a kind and patient teacher who makes every lesson easy to follow. He speaks excellent English and always takes the time to explain things clearly. Each lesson is well prepared and adapted to the way I learn, which has helped me make steady progress. I always enjoy our lessons and highly recommend him!
Student Brian
Brian
1 Japanese lesson
Naoto helped me with planning my upcoming trip to Kansai, and recommended some interesting places in Nara, Osaka, and Kyoto, which I have added to my itinerary. We also talked about Osaka-ben expressions and intonation, along with Tantei Night Scoop!
Student Eric
Eric
18 Japanese lessons
Naoto先生 is patient, kind, and explains everything clearly in great English. He always comes prepared and tailors each lesson to my learning style. His passion for teaching really shows, and I enjoy learning from him. I can see my Japanese improving every day!
Student Stuart McIntosh
Stuart McIntosh
3 Japanese lessons
Using a new spreadsheet tool in this lesson was a fabulous teaching aid. Really appreciated Naoto sensei taking the time to create this.
Student Gregory
Gregory
1 Japanese lesson
My lesson with Naoto-san was incredible. We had a great time talking about both "Japan things" and other random topics. He made it super easy for me to talk and not feel nervous about making mistakes or getting tripped up on my thoughts. I really recommend other people take a lesson with him!
Student Stuart McIntosh
Stuart McIntosh
3 Japanese lessons
The lesson not only gave me plenty of speaking and listening practice but also reading practice as we made good use of the chat function. I found that very helpful.